The Exclusive: Beat the Devil's Tattoo (2015)

In the heart of an emerging TV channel, journalist Moo-hyuk toils under the weight of a profession on the brink. His once promising career spirals after a fatal error on air leads to his dismissal, marking him as an outcast in the ruthless industry. Struggling with joblessness and a marriage teetering on the edge, Moo-hyuk finds himself at life's crossroads. His life takes an unexpected twist when he stumbles upon a blood-curdling note, a knife, and remnants of a crime scene. Believing this to be the handiwork of a serial killer, Moo-hyuk seizes this opportunity to redeem his career. He meticulously crafts an explosive report, catapulting him into the limelight and shooting his channel's TRP ratings sky-high. But fame and recognition come with a hefty price. As the police launch an investigation into the supposed serial killings, they find no bodies, no evidence — only the story Moo-hyuk has woven. The chilling reality dawns on him when he discovers that the 'memo' he found was nothing more than a prop from a Chinese crime novel, "Liang Chen Murder Record". With his newfound fame built on deception, Moo-hyuk faces the threat of losing his job, respect, and freedom. Desperate to keep his secret hidden, he orchestrates a dangerous game of deception, fabricating letters from the 'serial killer' to keep the police and public hooked. But the plot thickens when the real serial killer emerges from the shadows, threatening to expose Moo-hyuk's charade, thereby pushing him into a deadly bargain. Can Moo-hyuk elude the gnawing jaws of truth long enough to save his career and marriage, or will his web of lies ensnare him? What happens when the hunter becomes the hunted? This thrilling narrative unfolds in a climax that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats.

The Exclusive: Beat the Devil's Tattoo is a mystery movie featuring Cho Jung-seok and directed by Roh Deok.

The Exclusive: Beat the Devil's Tattoo is currently streaming on Netflix.